1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Durango | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
